Canelo Álvarez is set to face Christian Mbilli on September 12.
What's at Stake?
Canelo Álvarez will collide with Mbilli for the WBC world super-middleweight title in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The Opponent
Mbilli was upgraded from 'interim' to full WBC champion following Terence Crawford's retirement.
Canelo Álvarez is determined to reclaim one of his titles against Mbilli.
The New Challenger
Aaron McKenna, who signed with Dana White's promotional outfit, expressed his desire to face Canelo Álvarez after his next fight.
McKenna will make his Zuffa Boxing debut against Etinosa Oliha at Dublin's 3Arena on August 8.
The Path Forward
If Canelo Álvarez proves successful against Mbilli, he should have plenty of potential opponents, including WBO super-middleweight champion Hamzah Sheeraz.
Canelo Álvarez is still one of the biggest names in boxing at the age of 35.
McKenna must defeat fellow unbeaten contender Oliha, who represents the Irishman's first opponent since his unanimous decision victory over Liam Smith in April 2025.
Canelo Álvarez lost to Terence Crawford in a unanimous decision victory last September.
The former undisputed champion must dethrone Mbilli to keep his career alive.